The History of Brees, Before He Makes History Again

WhoDat!656 · 10-02-2018, 03:10 PM

Zach Strief’s first impression of Drew Brees was that he couldn’t throw the ball 20 yards. This was the spring of 2006, and both players were new to New Orleans—Strief had just been drafted in the seventh round, while Brees was the high-risk free-agent signing at quarterback, just a few months removed from a complicated surgery to repair his throwing shoulder.

Brees’s right arm was still fledgling for months—on the practice field, and even as late as the fourth preseason game. Strief recounts Brees attempting a mid-range out route in that final exhibition contest, just days before the season opener. The then-backup lineman felt like it took about six seconds for the ball to get to its destination; however long it took, it was an eternity for an NFL throw.

https://www.si.com/nfl/2018/10/02/dr...ll-sean-payton

neugey · 10-02-2018, 04:16 PM

Wow I tend to forget or not quite realize how sketchy things were coming off that injury.

AsylumGuido · 10-02-2018, 04:27 PM

Originally Posted by neugey

Wow I tend to forget or not quite realize how sketchy things were coming off that injury.

Read Brees' book. It talks all about his recovery. Great read.

stickman · 10-02-2018, 09:20 PM

I can't remember where I saw it, but, there was an article that talked said Nick Saban's decision not to sign Brees started 2 dynasties. He said that that decision led to him going to Bama and starting a dynasty there, and, that the Patriots would not have been so dominant if Brees was in their division.

Interesting theory.

WhoDat!656 · 10-02-2018, 10:06 PM

Originally Posted by stickman

I can't remember where I saw it, but, there was an article that talked said Nick Saban's decision not to sign Brees started 2 dynasties. He said that that decision led to him going to Bama and starting a dynasty there, and, that the Patriots would not have been so dominant if Brees was in their division.

Interesting theory.

IMO, Brees wouldn't have been nearly as successful without Payton, no matter what team he went to.

Rugby Saint II · 10-03-2018, 02:12 PM

Now that is fortitude baby!!!

RailBoss · 10-03-2018, 04:17 PM

Whatever you think of Coach Payton it's truly amazing his insight of bringing Drew here.
My Brother a Giant Fan told me you guys are signing Drew Brees from San Diego.
At that time little did I know this guy would change history for the Saints.
Not to mention winning a Super Bowl, I always thought Super Bowls were something other teams won.

Utah_Saint · 10-03-2018, 06:40 PM

Originally Posted by stickman

I can't remember where I saw it, but, there was an article that talked said Nick Saban's decision not to sign Brees started 2 dynasties. He said that that decision led to him going to Bama and starting a dynasty there, and, that the Patriots would not have been so dominant if Brees was in their division.

Interesting theory.

This might be the one you're thinking of stickman...

Colin explains how Drew Brees’ shoulder changed the course of recent football history – The Herd Now

stickman · 10-03-2018, 09:53 PM

Originally Posted by Utah_Saint

This might be the one you're thinking of stickman...

Colin explains how Drew Brees’ shoulder changed the course of recent football history – The Herd Now

I think that was it.

QBREES9 · 10-05-2018, 01:40 AM

This is why, their is no one better then Drew Brees. He made it all the way back. Super Bowl CHAMP.

10-02-2018, 03:10 PM	#1
WhoDat!656 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Shreveport,Louisiana Posts: 16,062	The History of Brees, Before He Makes History Again Zach Strief’s first impression of Drew Brees was that he couldn’t throw the ball 20 yards. This was the spring of 2006, and both players were new to New Orleans—Strief had just been drafted in the seventh round, while Brees was the high-risk free-agent signing at quarterback, just a few months removed from a complicated surgery to repair his throwing shoulder. Brees’s right arm was still fledgling for months—on the practice field, and even as late as the fourth preseason game. Strief recounts Brees attempting a mid-range out route in that final exhibition contest, just days before the season opener. The then-backup lineman felt like it took about six seconds for the ball to get to its destination; however long it took, it was an eternity for an NFL throw. https://www.si.com/nfl/2018/10/02/dr...ll-sean-payton Papa Voodoo likes this.
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10-02-2018, 04:16 PM	#2
neugey Hu Dat! Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 6,715 Blog Entries: 13	Re: The History of Brees, Before He Makes History Again Wow I tend to forget or not quite realize how sketchy things were coming off that injury. dam1953 likes this.

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AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 26,274	Re: The History of Brees, Before He Makes History Again Originally Posted by neugey Wow I tend to forget or not quite realize how sketchy things were coming off that injury. Read Brees' book. It talks all about his recovery. Great read. QBREES9 likes this.

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stickman 1000 Posts + Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Gonzales, LA Posts: 1,687	Re: The History of Brees, Before He Makes History Again I can't remember where I saw it, but, there was an article that talked said Nick Saban's decision not to sign Brees started 2 dynasties. He said that that decision led to him going to Bama and starting a dynasty there, and, that the Patriots would not have been so dominant if Brees was in their division. Interesting theory. jnormand and QBREES9 like this.

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WhoDat!656 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Shreveport,Louisiana Posts: 16,062	Re: The History of Brees, Before He Makes History Again Originally Posted by stickman I can't remember where I saw it, but, there was an article that talked said Nick Saban's decision not to sign Brees started 2 dynasties. He said that that decision led to him going to Bama and starting a dynasty there, and, that the Patriots would not have been so dominant if Brees was in their division. Interesting theory. IMO, Brees wouldn't have been nearly as successful without Payton, no matter what team he went to. jnormand, Crusader, QBREES9 and 1 others like this.

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Rugby Saint II Bounty Money $$$ Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 5800 Airline Dr. Metairie, LA. Posts: 24,073	Re: The History of Brees, Before He Makes History Again Now that is fortitude baby!!!

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RailBoss 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: South Of The Mason Dixon Line Posts: 7,113	Re: The History of Brees, Before He Makes History Again Whatever you think of Coach Payton it's truly amazing his insight of bringing Drew here. My Brother a Giant Fan told me you guys are signing Drew Brees from San Diego. At that time little did I know this guy would change history for the Saints. Not to mention winning a Super Bowl, I always thought Super Bowls were something other teams won. jnormand likes this.

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Utah_Saint Site Donor 2019 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Posts: 3,521	Re: The History of Brees, Before He Makes History Again Originally Posted by stickman I can't remember where I saw it, but, there was an article that talked said Nick Saban's decision not to sign Brees started 2 dynasties. He said that that decision led to him going to Bama and starting a dynasty there, and, that the Patriots would not have been so dominant if Brees was in their division. Interesting theory. This might be the one you're thinking of stickman... Colin explains how Drew Brees’ shoulder changed the course of recent football history – The Herd Now

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stickman 1000 Posts + Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Gonzales, LA Posts: 1,687	Re: The History of Brees, Before He Makes History Again Originally Posted by Utah_Saint This might be the one you're thinking of stickman... Colin explains how Drew Brees’ shoulder changed the course of recent football history – The Herd Now I think that was it.

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QBREES9 Moderator Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: New Haven Ct Posts: 23,985	Re: The History of Brees, Before He Makes History Again This is why, their is no one better then Drew Brees. He made it all the way back. Super Bowl CHAMP.

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